Southwestern Decor Outlasts Trends in Design

Southwestern decor | Girlfriend is Better | entryway rug wall hanging native portrait
Photo courtesy: Linda Robinson Design

Warm color palettes, natural materials, and textured fabrics create a timeless appeal to any home. The integration of cultural elements and artisanal crafts adds a unique character and depth that make Southwestern decor enduringly popular. Additionally, the versatility of the […]

Unwrapping the art of creative gift wrapping

gift wrapping ideas | Girlfriend is Better | homemade hostess gift jar
Photo courtesy: Home with Holiday

Gift-giving is a heartfelt expression of love, gratitude, and celebration. What better way to make those moments even more special than with creatively wrapped gifts? The anticipation created by a beautifully wrapped package adds an extra layer of joy to […]

Bookshelves Should Live in Every Household

bookshelves | kitchen French country | Girlfriend is Better
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You don’t have to be an avid reader to have a loving collection of books.  Bookshelves will remain one of our favorite home decor furnishings—even in this digital age.  They add tons of character to any space and every homeowner […]

Bust Statues On Trend For Art Lovers Of All Types

bust statues | black stone Greek inspired gallery wall | Girlfriend is Better
Photo courtesy: Lacewing

If you’re an art history lover, you will love our latest trend in home decor.  Not just for art galleries, bust statues provide instant elegance to any room style.  Our favorite finds will suit formal and eclectic tastes alike. Add […]

Cancer: Home Decor Goes With the Flow

Cancer astrology home decor | water element curved furniture mid-century modern | Girlfriend is Better
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Hey baby, what’s your sign? We’re enthralled with the hidden art of astrology and how the stars align with personalities. Just for fun, we’ve put together a reference guide for adding decor that is personal to each sun sign. Since […]

Gemini: Predictable is Another Word For Boring

Gemini astrology home decor | Bohemian yellow leather chairs | Girlfriend is Better
Photo courtesy: Clay Austin

Hey baby, what’s your sign? We’re enthralled with the hidden art of astrology and how the stars align with personalities. Just for fun, we’ve put together a reference guide for adding decor that is personal to each sun sign. Since […]

Organization Ideas For Every Room in Your Home

Organization ideas for shoes | Entryway | Girlfriend is Better
Photo courtesy: Style by Emily Henderson

Spring cleaning can be fun if you approach it the right way. We’ve compiled some of our favorite organization ideas that will uplift any room. Pretty up an entryway, or install some easy open shelving. Take advantage of the space […]

Gold Fever: Maximum Glamour for Minimal Decor

Gold swan faucet | Glam home decor | Girlfriend is Better
Photo courtesy: @fizzm via Instagram

Get real about the amount of glamour you need in your life right now! We’re still all about keeping things simple, but when it comes to gold accessories, bigger is better. When you’re decorating with a minimal mind frame, the […]

Painted Furniture: Grab a Brush + Upcycle!

Lauren Cohan's chic Atlanta apartment and home furnishings decorated by interior designer Brian Patrick Flynn. | Painted furniture | Girlfriend is Better
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Turn a beloved, old, beaten piece of furniture into a treasure with value! Upcycling is the best way to upgrade a desk, dresser, sideboard – you name it! With a little elbow grease and some creativity, painted furniture adds instant […]

Reupholstering Furniture is Pretty Darn Easy

Reupholstering furniture | Mid-century modern meets boho | Girlfriend is Better
Photo courtesy: Adored Vintage

Upcycling makes any piece of furniture more valuable depending on the materials you use. The more time and attention you give your vintage find, the better.  Give any chair a little bit of TLC and a pinch of creativity to instantly […]

Dear Danger: Have Boutique, Will Travel

Dear Danger mobile boutique | Lindsay Danger | Girlfriend is Better
Photo courtesy: Dear Danger

Dear Danger, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways.. I first met Lindsay Danger (née Lindsay Howard) back in 2009 in what some of us in San Diego lovingly refer to as the “Voyeur Days”. She was […]